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Improve your skills by taking sewing and pattern making courses with instructor ChaCha N. Hudson.
Instructor Bio: ChaCha N. Hudson is an international fashion designer, philanthropist, motivator, and educator with 20+ years of sewing experience. She is an assistant teaching professor in the fashion design program at Syracuse University's College of Visual and Performing Arts, teaching courses in fashion product development, including apparel construction, pattern making, draping, and lectures focusing on entrepreneurship in fashion and design inclusivity. Prior to joining Syracuse University, she was a professor at the University of Delaware, an instructor at Moore College of Art and Design, and a visiting professor at MBA Mode Institute and Charthess Fashion School (both in Ghana). She earned an M.S. in Fashion & Apparel Studies from the University of Delaware, B.S. in Fashion Design from The Art Institute of Philadelphia, and currently pursuing her Ph.D. at Iowa State University in Apparel, Merchandising, and Design. ChaCha's research focuses on business innovation in fashion and improving apparel fit for plus-size consumers. CLICK HERE to join her Facebook group, Sewing With ChaCha N'Kole |
SEWING CONTEMPORARY FASHION
JUNE 15,2021 & JUNE 22,2021
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(March) Intro to Sewing Course
Intro to Sewing Course
Instructor: ChaCha N. Hudson, MS Fashion & Apparel Studies
Skill level: Beginner
Dates: (3 weeks) March 7th, March 14th, & March 21st
Time: 10am-1pm
Price: $240 members, $280 non-members
Supply Kit: $60
*See payment plan options below
Registration ends March 2, 2020 at midnight
Course Description: This beginner course covers basic sewing techniques for apparel construction. Learn the following:
Navigating a sewing machine
Sewing tools and supplies
Sewing terminology
Fabric identification and usage
Basic machine stitches
Taking body measurements
Reading sewing patterns
Basics of sewing with woven and stretch knit fabrics
Select seam finishes
Hemming techniques
Zipper installation (centered, lapped, and invisible)
Buttonholes
Darts
Pockets
Final Project: Tunic Dress with Pockets
Interactive Pricing Workshop (in-person & virtual)
Interactive Pricing Workshop
Are you stumped by how much to charge for your products or services? Afraid of scaring off clients by asking for what you believe your items are worth? Do you feel like you're undercutting yourself? Let's put an end to this. Join us for a fun and interactive pricing workshop — experience business problem solving like never before with your peers.
Space is limited. Register today!
Sunday, April 19, 2020 3pm-6pm
Full Maxi Dress Workshop
Full Maxi Dress Workshop
Instructor: ChaCha N. Hudson, MS Fashion & Apparel Studies
Skill level: Intermediate
Dates: (2 weeks) Feb. 29th & March 7th
Time: 2pm-5pm
Price: $160 members, $200 non-members
A supply list will be sent after registration.
Registration ends February 24, 2020 at midnight
Course Description: This workshop covers sewing techniques to construct a full maxi dress. Learn the following:
Sewing terminology
Fabric identification and usage
Basic machine stitches for knits
Taking body measurements
Using a serger/overlock machine
Hemming techniques
Final Project: Full Maxi Dress
Pattern Drafting for Pants Intensive Course
Pattern Drafting for Pants
Instructor: ChaCha N. Hudson, MS Fashion & Apparel Studies
Skill level: Beginner (must have sewing experience)
Dates: (3 weeks) March 13th, March 20th, & March 27th
Time: 6-9pm
Price: $380 members, $420 non-members
Supply Kit: $80
*See payment plan options below (if you have taken Intro to Pattern Making please contact me prior to registration)
Registration ends March 8, 2020 at midnight
Course Description: This intensive beginner course covers pattern drafting techniques for pants. Learn the following:
Pattern making tools and supplies
Pattern making and sewing terminology
Taking body measurements
Fabric identification and usage
Understanding pattern drafting for pants
Reading sewing patterns
Labeling patterns
Final Project: Self-drafted Pants
(fabric and notions for final project not included)
Girl Scout SEWcial- Project: Circle Skirts
Saturday,March 21, 2020
Time: 12-2pm
Registration ends March 7, 2020 at midnight
The Girl Scouts are making circle skirts!!! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of sewing!
No experience? No worries! We'll help you every step of the way.
Includes all fabrics and notions. We provide sewing machines for your convenience.
Sip & Sew- Pajama Pants
Saturday, March 7, 2020
Time: 1-4pm
Registration ends March 1, 2020 at midnight
Delectable bites, wine (BYOB), music, and good company...What more could you ask for?
No experience? No worries! We'll help you every step of the way. Join us at our next Sip & Sew event. Learn to make pajama pants!
Includes all fabrics and notions. We provide sewing machines for your convenience.
Sip & Sew- T-Shirt
Wednesday,March 11, 2020
Time: 6-9pm
Registration ends March 8, 2020 at midnight
Delectable bites, wine (BYOB), music, and good company...What more could you ask for?
No experience? No worries! We'll help you every step of the way. Join us at our next Sip & Sew event. Learn to make a basic t-shirt!
Includes all fabrics and notions. We provide sewing machines for your convenience.
Sip & Sew- Basic Duster
Saturday,March 14, 2020
Time: 3-6pm
Registration ends March 11, 2020 at midnight
Delectable bites, wine (BYOB), music, and good company...What more could you ask for?
No experience? No worries! We'll help you every step of the way. Join us at our next Sip & Sew event. Learn to make a basic duster!
Includes all fabrics and notions. We provide sewing machines for your convenience.
Sip & Sew- Vegan Leather Totebag
Sunday,March 22, 2020
Time: 12-3pm
Registration ends March 18, 2020 at midnight
Instructor: Lynn J.
Delectable bites, wine (BYOB), music, and good company...What more could you ask for?
No experience? No worries! We'll help you every step of the way. Join us at our next Sip & Sew event. Learn to make a totebag!
Includes all fabrics and notions. We provide sewing machines for your convenience.
Sip & Sew- Vegan Leather Totebag
Sunday, April 5, 2020
Time: 3-6pm
Registration ends April 1, 2020 at midnight
Delectable bites, wine (BYOB), music, and good company...What more could you ask for?
No experience? No worries! We'll help you every step of the way. Join us at our next Sip & Sew event. Learn to make a totebag!
Includes all fabrics and notions. We provide sewing machines for your convenience.
Sip & Sew- Apron
Wednesday,March 25, 2020
Time: 6-9pm
Registration ends March 22, 2020 at midnight
Delectable bites, wine (BYOB), music, and good company...What more could you ask for?
No experience? No worries! We'll help you every step of the way. Join us at our next Sip & Sew event. Learn to make an apron!
Includes all fabrics and notions. We provide sewing machines for your convenience.